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contemptuous

/kənˈtɛm(p).tju.əs/
adjective
  1. Showing contempt; expressing disdain; showing a lack of respect.

    "I don't know that guy, but he just gave me a contemptuous look."

Synonymsdisdainful
Antonymsrespectful

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